automatic transmission FORD EXPLORER SPORT TRAC 2008 User Guide

Along with the(Engine coolant temperature) indicator, the engine
coolant temperature gauge will read in the Hot (H) area.
Oil overheat can be triggered in severe driving conditions, such as
towing heavy loads over mountainous terrain in extreme hot
temperatures. As oil temperature increases, engine and vehicle speed
will be limited. The transmission will also shift differently.
When the engine oil has cooled, the vehicle will perform normally.
When fail-safe cooling mode is activated
You have limited engine power when in the fail-safe mode, so drive the
vehicle with caution. Remember that the engine is capable of completely
shutting down automatically to prevent engine damage, therefore:
1. Pull off the road as soon as safely possible and turn off the engine.
2. Arrange for the vehicle to be taken to an authorized dealer.
3. If this is not possible, wait approximately 15 minutes for the engine to
cool.
4. Check the coolant level and replenish if low. Look for coolant leakage
in the engine compartment and under the vehicle.
Never remove the coolant reservoir cap while the engine is
running or hot.
5. Restart the engine and take your vehicle to an authorized dealer.
Driving the vehicle without repairing the engine problem
increases the chance of engine damage. Take your vehicle to an
authorized dealer as soon as possible.
FUEL FILTER
For fuel filter replacement, see your authorized dealer. Refer to
scheduled maintenance informationfor the appropriate intervals for
changing the fuel filter.
Replace the fuel filter with an authorized Motorcraft part. The
customer warranty may be void for any damage to the fuel system
if an authorized Motorcraft fuel filter is not used.
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POWER STEERING FLUID
Check the power steering fluid. Refer toscheduled maintenance
informationfor the service interval schedules.
1. Start the engine and let it run
until it reaches normal operating
temperature (the engine coolant
temperature gauge indicator will be
near the center of the normal area
between H and C).
2. While the engine idles, turn the
steering wheel left and right several
times.
3. Turn the engine off.
4. Check the fluid level in the reservoir.
5. The fluid level should be between the MIN and MAX lines. Do not add
fluid if the level is in this range.
6. If the fluid is low, add fluid in small amounts, continuously checking
the level until it reaches the correct operating range. Be sure to put the
cap back on the reservoir. Refer toMaintenance product specifications
and capacitiesin this chapter for the proper fluid type.
BRAKE FLUID
The fluid level will drop slowly as
the brakes wear, and will rise when
the brake components are replaced.
Fluid levels between the “MIN” and
“MAX” lines are within the normal
operating range; there is no need to
add fluid. If the fluid levels are
outside of the normal operating
range the performance of the
system could be compromised; seek
service from your authorized dealer immediately.
TRANSMISSION FLUID
Checking automatic transmission fluid
The automatic transmission does not have an underhood transmission
fluid dipstick.
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Item CapacityFord Part Name or
equivalentFord Part Number /
Ford Specification
Engine oil 4.0L engine 5.0 quarts (4.7L)Motorcraft SAE 5W-30
Premium Synthetic
Blend Motor Oil (US)
Motorcraft SAE 5W-30
Super Premium Motor
Oil (Canada)
2
XO-5W30-QSP (US)
CXO-5W30-LSP12
(Canada) /
WSS-M2C929-A with API
Certification Mark
Engine oil 4.6L engine 6.0 quarts (5.7L)Motorcraft SAE 5W-20
Premium Synthetic
Blend Motor Oil (US)
Motorcraft SAE 5W-20
Super Premium Motor
Oil (Canada)
2
XO -5W20-QSP (US)
CXO-5W20-LSP12
(Canada) /
WSS-M2C930-A with API
Certification Mark
Automatic transmission
(5R55S) fluid12.4 quarts
(11.7L)
3
Motorcraft MERCON
V
AT F
4
XT-5-QM /
MERCON
V
Automatic transmission
(6R60) fluid11.2 quarts
(10.6L)
3
Motorcraft MERCON
SP
AT F
5
XT-6-QSP /
MERCON
SP
Rear axle fluid 3.5 pints (1.7L)Motorcraft SAE 75W-140
Synthetic Rear Axle
LubricantXY-75W140-QL /
WSL-M2C192-A
Front axle fluid (4WD) 2.7 pints (1.3L)Motorcraft SAE 80W-90
Premium Rear Axle
LubricantXY-80W90-QL /
WSP-M2C197-A
Transfer case fluid
(4WD)1.5 quarts (1.4L)Motorcraft Transfer Case
FluidXL–12 /
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Item CapacityFord Part Name or
equivalentFord Part Number /
Ford Specification
Power steering fluidFill between the
MIN and MAX
lines on reservoirMotorcraft MERCON
V
AT FXT-5-QM /
MERCON
V
Windshield washer fluid 4.2 quarts (4.0L)Motorcraft Premium
Windshield Washer
ConcentrateZC-32-A /
WSB-M8B16-A2
Fuel tank22.5 gallons
(85.2L)——
1Add the coolant type originally equipped in your vehicle.2Use of synthetic or synthetic blend motor oil is not mandatory. Engine oil need only have the API
Certification mark and meet the requirements of Ford specification WSS-M2C929-A (4.0L) or
WSS-M2C930-A (4.6L).3Indicates only approximate dry-fill capacity. Some applications may vary based on cooler size and
if equipped with an in-tank cooler. The amount of transmission fluid and fluid level should be
checked by a qualified technician.4Automatic transmissions that require MERCON
V should only use MERCON
V fluid or fluid that
is specified dual usage MERCON
/MERCON
V. Refer toscheduled maintenance informationto
determine the correct service interval. Use of any fluid other than the recommended fluid may
cause transmission damage.5Automatic transmissions that require MERCON
SP should only use MERCON
SP fluid. Use of a
dual usage fluid in an automatic transmission requiring MERCON
SP may cause transmission
damage. Refer toscheduled maintenance informationto determine the correct service interval.
Use of any fluid other than the recommended fluid may cause transmission damage.
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The Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) contains the following
information:
1. World manufacturer identifier
2. Brake system / Gross Vehicle
Weight Rating (GVWR) / Restraint
System
3. Vehicle line, series, body type
4. Engine type
5. Check digit
6. Model year
7. Assembly plant
8. Production sequence number
TRANSMISSION/TRANSAXLE CODE DESIGNATIONS
You can find a
transmission/transaxle code on the
Safety Compliance Certification
Label. The following table tells you
which transmission or transaxle
each code represents.
Description Code
Five-speed automatic (5R55S) V
Six-speed automatic (6R60) X
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A
Accessory delay ........................102
AdvanceTrac ..............................256
Air cleaner filter ...............353–354
Air conditioning ..........................80
Airbag supplemental restraint
system ................183–184, 192, 194
and child safety seats ............185
description ..............184, 192, 194
disposal ....................................197
driver airbag ............186, 193, 195
indicator light .................192, 197
operation .................186, 193, 195
passenger airbag .....186, 193, 195
side airbag ...............................192
Ambulance packages ....................8
Antifreeze
(see Engine coolant) ................333
Anti-lock brake system
(see Brakes) ..............................254
Anti-theft system ......................158
Audio system
(see Radio) ......................22, 26, 34
Automatic transmission
driving an automatic
overdrive .........................263, 266
fluid, adding ............................351
fluid, checking ........................351
fluid, refill capacities ..............355
fluid, specification ..................355
Auxiliary input jack (Line in) ....42
Auxiliary power point .................98
Axle
lubricant specifications ..........355
refill capacities ........................355
B
Battery .......................................331acid, treating emergencies .....331
jumping a disabled battery ....299
maintenance-free ....................331
replacement, specifications ...354
servicing ..................................331
Belt-Minder
.............................178
Booster seats .............................199
Brakes ........................................253
anti-lock ...................................254
anti-lock brake system (ABS)
warning light ...........................254
fluid, checking and adding ....351
fluid, refill capacities ..............355
fluid, specifications .................355
lubricant specifications ..........355
parking ....................................255
shift interlock ..........................261
C
Calculating load ........................240
Capacities for refilling fluids ....355
Cargo cage .................................139
Cargo management system ......143
Cell phone use ..............................8
Changing a tire .........................290
Child safety restraints ..............198
child safety belts ....................198
Child safety seats ......................203
attaching with tether straps ..207
in front seat ............................204
in rear seat ..............................204
Child safety seats - booster
seats ...........................................199
Cleaning your vehicle
engine compartment ..............315
instrument panel ....................317
interior .....................................318
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plastic parts ............................316
washing ....................................313
waxing .....................................314
wheels ......................................314
wiper blades ............................316
Climate control (see Air
conditioning or Heating) ............80
Clock adjust
6-CD in dash .............................36
AM/FM/CD .................................28
Compass, electronic ..................118
calibration ...............................120
set zone adjustment .......119, 131
Console ......................................100
overhead ....................................97
Controls
power seat ...............................163
steering column ......................109
Coolant
checking and adding ..............333
refill capacities ................337, 355
specifications ..........................355
Cruise control
(see Speed control) ..................107
Customer Assistance ................280
Ford Extended Service
Plan ..........................................309
Getting assistance outside
the U.S. and Canada ..............310
Getting roadside assistance ...280
Getting the service you
need .........................................305
Ordering additional owner’s
literature .................................311
Utilizing the
Mediation/Arbitration
Program ...................................309D
Daytime running lamps
(see Lamps) ................................86
Dipstick
automatic transmission
fluid ..........................................351
engine oil .................................326
Driveline universal joint and
slip yoke ....................................352
Driving under special
conditions ..................269, 274, 277
sand .........................................276
snow and ice ...........................278
through water .................276, 279
Dual automatic temperature
control (DATC) ...........................80
DVD system .................................50
E
Electronic message center ......113,
124
Emergencies, roadside
jump-starting ..........................299
Emergency Flashers .................281
Emission control system ..........348
Engine ........................................358
cleaning ...................................315
coolant .....................................333
fail-safe cooling .......................338
idle speed control ...................331
lubrication specifications .......355
refill capacities ........................355
service points ..................323–324
starting after a collision .........282
Engine block heater .................252
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Starting your
vehicle ........................248–249, 251
jump starting ..........................299
Steering wheel
controls ....................................109
tilting .........................................96
T
Tailgate ......................................137
Tilt steering wheel ......................96
Tire Pressure Monitoring
System (TPMS)
Driving .....................................276
Roadside Emergencies ...........290
Tires, Wheels and Loading ....229
Warning Displays ......12, 120, 133
Tires ...........................214–216, 290
alignment ................................222
care ..........................................219
changing ..........................290, 294
checking the pressure ............219
inflating ...................................217
label .........................................228
replacing ..........................220, 294
rotating ....................................223
safety practices .......................222
sidewall information ...............224
snow tires and chains ............234
spare tire .........................290, 292
terminology .............................216
tire grades ...............................215
treadwear ........................215, 219
Tonneau cover ...........................140
Towing .......................................241
recreational towing .................247
trailer towing ..........................241
wrecker ....................................304Transfer case
fluid checking .........................352
Transmission .............................261
brake-shift interlock (BSI) ....261
fluid, checking and adding
(automatic) .............................351
fluid, refill capacities ..............355
lubricant specifications ..........355
Trunk .........................................142
Turn signal ..................................89
U
USB port ......................................44
V
Vehicle Identification Number
(VIN) ..........................................359
Vehicle loading ..........................234
camper bodies ........................246
Ventilating your vehicle ...........251
W
Warning lights (see Lights) .......12
Washer fluid ..............................325
Water, Driving through .............279
Windows
power .......................................100
Windshield
defrosting ..................................83
Windshield washer fluid and
wipers ..........................................95
checking and adding fluid .....325
replacing wiper blades ...........326
Wrecker towing .........................304
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